Residential Children's Home Manager: Lead & Develop

Darcy House Care Home; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care home for children seeks a dedicated Manager to lead a residential home in Westminster. The role involves managing staff, fostering a warm home environment, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Required qualifications include Level 3 and 5 Diplomas in Residential Childcare, financial expertise, and effective management skills. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in child care and staff supervision. This position offers competitive benefits including annual leave and a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus 5 after 5 years

Financial reimbursement for on-call shifts

Good work/life balance

Training and development opportunities

Generous local government pension scheme

Guaranteed annual pay increases

Comprehensive well-being package

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts at leisure centres

Qualifications

• Good knowledge and experience of law and practice related to looking after children.
• Experience relevant to residential care within the last five years.
• Experience of supervising staff and managing professional staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work as part of a team providing a caring home for children.
• Guide staff to support children's development.
• Manage operational activities including staff and budgets.

Skills

Management skills

Financial expertise

Knowledge of child care law

Experience with children and families

Supervising staff

Education

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England)

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Recognised social work qualification

NVQ level 4 in Health and Social Care

Management qualification at least NVQ level 4

Job description

A reputable care home for children seeks a dedicated Manager to lead a residential home in Westminster. The role involves managing staff, fostering a warm home environment, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Required qualifications include Level 3 and 5 Diplomas in Residential Childcare, financial expertise, and effective management skills. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in child care and staff supervision. This position offers competitive benefits including annual leave and a local government pension scheme.